Seasonal visa D • Czech Republic

Seasonal Work Permit in the Czech Republic
(Visa D up to 180 Days)

A seasonal visa type D is an official form of employment in the Czech Republic, valid for up to 6 months (180 days) within one calendar year. It is issued on the basis of a work permit (povolení k zaměstnání) granted by the Úřad práce ČR (Czech Labour Office).

Visa type

D

Validity

up to 180 days

Processing time

2–3 months

Target audience

Who this visa suits

This visa type is ideal for short-term employment in agriculture, food processing, forestry, and tourism sectors.

Agriculture

Agricultural workers (greenhouses, fields, crop harvesting)

Food and processing

Workers in the food and processing industries

Tourism and hospitality

Seasonal employees in tourism and hospitality

How it works

How we work

Employer selection

Selection of a verified seasonal employer

Úřad práce permit

Processing of the Úřad práce ČR work permit

2–4 weeks

Visa D package

Preparation of the full visa D documentation package

4–8 weeks

Support until work starts

Consultation and assistance until the start of work

Key Conditions

  • The visa is valid for up to 180 days and tied to a specific employer, position, and location
  • Changing employers is only possible with a new permit
  • Visa extensions within the Czech Republic are not allowed
  • Visa D allows short-term travel within the Schengen Area (up to 90/180 days)

Total time

2–3 months

Checklist

Required documents

From the candidate

  • Visa D application form
  • Valid passport (minimum 6 months beyond the intended stay)
  • Photo 3.5×4.5 cm
  • Original Úřad práce work permit
  • Proof of accommodation for the entire stay
  • Health insurance with minimum coverage of €30,000
  • Financial proof or employer’s guarantee letter
  • Travel itinerary and visa fee receipt
  • If requested: criminal record certificate with apostille and sworn translation

From the employer

  • Application for povolení k zaměstnání (sezónní)
  • Employment contract or offer letter
  • Confirmation of job posting in the Úřad práce database
  • Company registration extract (obchodní rejstřík)
  • Proof of the seasonal nature of the job

Details

Good to know

Risks and Tips

  • All data in the permit, contract, and application must match
  • Proof of accommodation must cover the entire stay
  • Insurance must cover the full visa period with no deductible
  • Address registration within 3 days of arrival is mandatory

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